The more amazing the tablescape, the more likely your guests will remember it and your event.
She uses dishes that also double as centerpieces and decorative elements.
Plus, using items that have multiple purposes also lends extra spacesomething guests will certainly enjoy having more of.
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Want more design inspiration?
Always add flowers, Tina Yaraghi, the founder ofThe Enchanted Home, says.
Flowers elevate a tableany table.
Design by Jennifer Verruto / Photo byBlythe Interiors
Blooms bring nature indoors and provide a nice final touch that every table setting needs.
Just cut them short, bunch them tightly, and add to a pretty glass, she says.
Verruto likes to decorate tablescapes with silver dollar eucalyptus running down the center of the table for this reason.
Design by Tina Yaraghi / Photo byThe Enchanted Home
Yaraghi points out that you dont need huge pillar candles to get the look.
A pair of small votives will do the trick.
Nothings worse than a beautiful table with no candlelight and just overhead lights.
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It is a distraction, Yaraghi says.
She explains how candlelight is a non-negotiable.
People often forget about rounding out the entire experience, she says.
She suggests thinking also about the music.
So, dont be afraid to select your favorite colors and patterns.
Fischer says that if you like it, your friends probably will too.
At the same time, think who the tablescape is for.
As a last bit of personalization, pop in some name cards.
This approach makes an entire table look like a culinary journey and delight for the eye, he says.
Adding height to tablescape design is an often-overlooked element.
And so, the most important thing is to keep your tablescape designs cohesive.
Consistency in style is key, says Kropovinsky.
Mixing elements is awesome but keeping a specific motif or style makes everything sound connected.
But be sure not to make everything too matchy-matchy, he says.
Instead, think of ways to allow for the continuation of your tablescapes main theme.
The secret lies in the combination of these materials," Kropovinsky says.